The road journey from Abancay to Chimbote is pleasant and relaxing. At redBus, we work with different bus companies that operate on this route with well-maintained buses and experienced drivers. Although the travel time varies from one bus operator to another because of traffic and climatic conditions, our continuous availability of bus services between Abancay and Chimbote reduces uncertainty and offers convenience for travelers.
You can also time-to-time redBus offers while booking your bus tickets online from Abancay to Chimbote. Follow a simple, fast and secure bus booking procedure. This helps save time and also helps to create a joyful travel experience!
The territory of Abancay was settled long time before the inca’s expansion. The city was founded as a Spanish colony in 1574 by Ruiz de Estrada, under the name of Amancay (or Villa de Santiago de los Reyes). The origin of the name comes from the adaptation of Amankay, a native flower of the region. In the colonial period it was an important commercial exchange center due to its location between the mountains and the coast. It was also the scene of the uprising of Micaela Bastidas and her husband Tupac Amaru II in 1781, who looked for releasing Peru from the Spanish oppression without success; however, they made history as predecessors of the American Independence. For long time Abancay was part of the Cusco department until the creation of the Apurimac department in 1873. During the republican period Abancay achieved the category of city. Due to the attendance of foreign families and families from other territories in Peru, the city had a urban, social and cultural configuration, rich in diversity, what made of Abancay a modern metropolis in constant development. Nowadays Abancay is one of the most settled cities of the Apurimac department.
It was the settlement city of different cultures as moche, wari, recuay, chimu and inca, in different historical periods. It’s believed that the name comes from the words “muchic, chin and pot”, that put together mean “closed port”. On the begining of the 20th century the district of Chimbote is created, later that the city had grown during the 19th century, due to the port and commercial activities. The already named Puerto Mayor reached the position of biggest production fishing port of the world on the middle of the 20th century. Even nowadays Chimbote stands out for being the seat of the fishing and iron and steel industries of Peru.
Chimbote's climate is desert-like, with average annual temperatures ranging from 15°C to 24°C. Summers are short and warm, while winters are cloudy, cool, and dry.
Hotel Viera Chimbote
Jr. Leoncio Prado 690, Chimbote
Price: From S/153.00
Services: Air conditioning, flat-screen TV, private bathroom, some rooms with sea or city views. Includes a casino, bar, and 24-hour reception.
Hotel Maresta Lodge - Casa Andina Associate
Jr. Samanco 320, Urb. Buenos Aires 1st Stage
Price: From S/346.00
Services: Rooms with air conditioning, desk, safe, flat-screen TV, balcony, and private bathroom with a shower. Free Wi-Fi, some rooms with a terrace.
Paris Senlis Hostel Plus
Calle 9, Urb. Cáceres Aramayo D-20, Chimbote
Price: From S/111.00
Services: Rooms include cable TV and a private bathroom. 24-hour reception, airport shuttle, and free Wi-Fi throughout the premises.
Hotel Camino Real
Avenida Camino Real 439, Chimbote
Price: From S/89.00
Services: Free parking, Wi-Fi, room service, wheelchair accessible, and family rooms.
La Granja Linda
Urb. Pacífico Mz M2 Lt., Chimbote
Services: Restaurant and pizzeria.
El Porton Gaucho
Jr. Huascaran Mz. Ñ Lt. 10, Urb. Buenos Aires, Nuevo Chimbote
Services: Grills with various cuts of Argentine, American, and national meat. Also offers Peruvian dishes and pasta.
Conde Fresa
Av. Pacífico 448, Urb. Buenos Aires, Chimbote
Services: Bakery with organic coffee and handcrafted pastries.
Pikas Grill
Avenida Country 43 A2 Lote 12, Chimbote
Services: A diverse menu with many culinary options and local drinks.
Traveling by bus from Huaraz to Chimbote takes around 4 to 5 hours, covering a distance of approximately 120 kilometers. The journey offers scenic views of valleys and mountains. Various bus companies provide daily departures, with comfortable seating and air conditioning.
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Departure Terminals in Huaraz: Terminal Simón Bolívar
Arrival Terminals in Chimbote: Terminal Terrestre El Chimbador
Chimbote is a city that caters to all tastes, offering a wide range of accommodations for solo travelers, couples, or families. With its rich gastronomy and tourist attractions, it's perfect for those looking for relaxation or adventure amidst beautiful coastal and natural surroundings.
You can book a bus of your choice to any destination in Peru by logging on to the official website of redBus which is redbus.pe/en/ . The site is user-friendly and you can book your bus ticket in a matter of minutes.
You can either visit the terminal and go the booth belonging to the bus operator of your choice, wait in line, select a seat, and book your ticket. If you’d rather not do that, you can visit redbus.pe/en/ and book your seat within 5 minutes.
There are two main scenarios that you might fall into when you have to board a bus. Now, if your boarding point is at any terminal in redbus.pe/en/ , passengers will have to take a print out of the bus ticket that has been sent to the email in a PDF format. The second scenario is when your boarding point is a bus stop and not a terminal. In this case, you will receive an M-ticket that you will have to produce before boarding your bus. If the operator does not provide an M-Ticket, you will have to take a printout of the ticket (PDF) that has been sent to the registered email ID that you have used to book the bus ticket on the redBus website. Some operators might levy a charge if these conditions are not followed.
Yes, you can. But this feature is limited to only a few bus operators in Peru. Look for the reschedule icon before booking your ticket.
There are a number of different modes of payment offered to customers. Customers can either pay by credit card, debit card, or they can select any of the banks listed when you click the “FPX (Peru Online Bank Transfer).